Stories about inflight internet

Airbus: why in-seat tech is so tricky
Future planes will continue to offer better integration with media players and high-speed Internet access, but developing those features is a major pain, according to an Airbus executive.
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Now you can use Gmail when you're offline
It's taken more than 18 months in development, but Google is finally rolling out an offline mode for Gmail that lets you work with your email while you're not connected to the net.
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Speculation Qantas plunge caused by wireless iPod headphones

EXCLUSIVE | Noise cancelling iPod headphones reportedly forced Qantas jet into terrifying plunge, leaving passengers with spinal injuries.

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Qantas abandons in-flight internet
What's the logic behind Qantas abandoning plans to offer Internet access on its A380 services: concerns over porn, technical incompetence, or fear of more bad press?
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In-flight internet takes off in Qantas A380
Accessing the net 35,000 feet up is taking off around the world, with Australia's flying roo announcing its inflight internet plans for the Qantas Airbus A380.
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Qantas to take on Google?
Qantas is examining a plan to launch CBD meeting rooms that could see it involved in a range of technology services, including online document storage and VOIP telephony.
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Qantas confirms inflight internet for domestic planes
Qantas confirms inflight internet for domestic planes You won't need to switch your phone off inflight with Qantas' new inflight internet and SMS access service.
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Dreamliner: PC power still an open question
Dreamliner: PC power still an open question The Boeing 787 Dreamliner has some fascinating new uses for technology, but the simple ability of cattle-class travellers to get laptop power isn't yet a done deal.
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Inflight internet lives again: Qantas introduces wireless broadband, laptop power in all classes
Inflight internet lives again: Qantas introduces wireless broadband, laptop power in all classes Laptop power will be available in every seat of Qantas' new international Airbus A380s, as well as some 747-400s. Seats will also feature USB and Ethernet ports and seat-back email
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Delayed take-off for in-flight iPods in AU
Delayed take-off for in-flight iPods in AU Don't hold your breath for the iPod inflight experience as announced by Apple a couple of days ago: one of the airlines in the deal that flies to Australia -- United -- has poured some cold water on Apple's enthusiasm.
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Qantas to finally offer inflight broadband
Qantas to finally offer inflight broadband A buried Flash animation on Qantas' website confirms that the airline will start offering inflight internet services on its fleet of next-generation Airbus A380 superjumbos.
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